Delta has pulled ahead in the ever-evolving pandemic-era jostling over which airplane is willing to keep middle seats open for the longest. The carrier announced this week that it will keep middle seats empty — except in the case of households traveling together — through March 30. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many airlines blocked middle seats to allow passengers to social distance while flying. AdvertisementIn an explanatory eight-part Twitter thread, Southwest said the “decision was not made lightly” to unblock middle seats. (1/8) — Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) October 22, 2020AdvertisementHawaiian Airlines will continue to block middle seats through Dec. 15.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 20, 2020 15:03 UTC